Messianic Apologetics

Addressing the Theological and Spiritual Issues of the Broad Messianic Movement

Appointed Times

Romans 14: Are Sabbath and Kosher Disputable Opinions? – Messianic Insider

5 November, 2020 J.K. McKee

The discussion of the Apostle Paul in Romans 14, has been traditionally viewed from the perspective that he considers matters of the seventh-day Sabbath and kosher dietary laws, to be one entirely of opinion for Messiah followers. If a person keeps Shabbat or eats kosher, that is fine—but if a person does not keep Shabbat or does not eat kosher, that is fine as well.

Some controversial circumstances arose among the Roman Believers, involving sacred days and eating. But are these sacred days and eating, actually the appointed times and dietary laws? Or, might something else be in view? Is it possible to have a pro-Torah vantage point when approaching Romans 14?

Lawlessness vs. Legalism – The Messianic Walk Show

28 October, 2020 Messianic Apologetics

Judah Himango and John McKee both agree that God’s Torah is essential instruction to be known, studied, and implemented by all of His people—yet there are challenges and problems which have to be navigated when one identifies the extremes of legalism and lawlessness.

Shabbat, the Appointed Times, and Jewish Holidays: Study Questions for Unit Two – Shabbat School

22 August, 2020 J.K. McKee

J.K. McKee of Messianic Apologetics goes through the six study questions for Unit Two in The Messianic Walk workbook:

1. What do you think there is to learn about the work of Yeshua the Messiah, in both studying and honoring, the appointed times or moedim?

2. Which one of the appointed times are you most familiar with? Which one of the appointed times do you need to look into further?

3. What are some of the conflicts and misunderstandings that can erupt when today’s Messianic people keep the appointed times?

4. What are some of the major conflicts that can take place as they involve today’s Messianic movement, and traditional Christian holidays like Christmas and Easter? How do you intend to reduce tensions?

5. Are you aware of some of the problems and challenges that can erupt when the appointed times are observed with a Messianic congregation? If so, fairly describe your experience.

6. What might be some of the the distinct challenges present in a Messianic Jewish congregation, when there has been insufficient attention given to understanding mainline Jewish traditions and customs associated with the appointed times?